As well as fruit picking jobs, many farms will also be recruiting for fruit packing jobs, plant husbandry, and forklift drivers, tractor driver and van drivers.

How much do you get paid as a fruit picker?

The pay varies from farm to farm for fruit picking jobs and will also vary depending on the role.

The typical hourly pay is from £9 – £11 per hour, plus many jobs offer a productivity bonus.

Many jobs can see you earning up to £14 per hour to pick fruit.

All work is seasonal and just for the summer.

Where to apply for farm picking jobs?

All jobs will ensure that government guidelines on social distancing are followed while on the farms.

If you are currently furloughed from your job, you can do other paid work.

Before you apply, please check with your current employer that you don’t have a clause in your contract to stop you taking a second job, or if there’s a conflict of interest. You will still be paid the 80% furlough money.

If you need work and are looking to boost your income, here are some places recruiting now: